Atypical Facial Chondroid Syringoma, A Rare Clinical Entity: Case Report with Review of Literature

Atypical Facial Chondroid Syringoma, A Rare Clinical Entity: Case Report with Review of Literature:

Abstract

Chondroid syringoma (CS) is a rare mixed tumor of sweat gland origin with a reported incidence of less than 0.1%. The tumor is mostly benign and usually seen in males. It comprises of both epithelial and mesenchymal elements. The usual presentation and clinical course of this condition makes it liable to be confused with other commoner skin conditions. We hereby present a case of facial CS in a young female patient.